The hibiscus or Chinese rose is one of the most popular flowering indoor plants. Since ancient times, this flower was considered a sign of luxury and prosperity in the family, therefore, earlier it could be found as a decorative decoration only in wealthy well-to-do houses.
Africa is considered the birthplace of hibiscus, where the humid tropical climate favorably affected its development. Today this unpretentious and beautiful flower is very popular in our region. Hibiscus doesn't require anything special leaving... The most important thing when breeding hibiscus is to choose the right place and container for planting, as well as observe the watering regime. Otherwise, if the soil dries out, the flowers and leaves of the hibiscus may fall off. In just a few days, the plant will simply die. However, excessive moisture also negatively affects flower development. The leaves will wither quickly, curl and fall off.
Hibiscus retains its appeal throughout the year. The plant has bright green leaves that completely frame the bush. The presence of such a flower in an apartment has a beneficial effect on the well-being of all household members. In winter, this evergreen tree decorates the room and pleases the owners. With the onset of early spring, the Chinese rose begins its flowering period. It has buds, leaves noticeably accelerate in growth. You should not touch the flowerpot with a flower and move it to another place, otherwise you can provoke it by dropping the buds. The next flowering is expected only next year. The plant needs to get stronger and rejuvenate. Transplanting during this period is prohibited if you do not want to disrupt the process of bud formation. Of course, the transplanted tree will grow, start up new leaves, but you can forget about flowers.
Growing hibiscus from seeds at home
If, nevertheless, you decide to breed hibiscus at home, then you should work hard to acquire it. There is little hope for acquaintances, since not every one of them is ready to part with an adult plant, and it, in turn, may simply not take root in other conditions. Rarely is it possible to grow hibiscus from a shoot. The plant also does not take root well and is picky. Even experienced florists cannot grow a full-fledged healthy flower, often the sprouts freeze and die. Seed growing of hibiscus is considered the most reliable method, which makes it possible not only to save money, but also time for breeding.
Initially, choose a variety of hibiscus to your liking, since there are various variations of this flower, differing in the color of the buds and the structure of the vegetative parts. The hibiscus variety, which has beautiful lush flowers, looks great. They are so huge that they can cover an adult palm. Some species adorn small but frequent flowers. During the flowering period, this kind of hibiscus looks like a solid bud of small flowers, which can have different colors.Hibiscus varieties are often found in the form of shrubs with pronounced red buds. There is even a popular belief associated with this type of flower.
Soil preparation
After you have opted for a particular variety, the next step is to prepare the soil for cultivation. Usually, flower growers use a purchased earthen mixture or prepare it themselves. To do this, you need to mix the same amount of leaf and garden soil, add humus. Sometimes the mixture is replaced with peat. However, peat can adversely affect plant roots if mixed in the wrong proportions. The prepared earthen mixture is carefully sieved and placed in a container for planting.
Sowing seeds
On the leveled soil surface, narrow grooves are made with a stick. Tiny hibiscus seeds are carefully poured into them. After that, the grooves are lightly sprinkled with earth on top. The containers with the planted seeds are stored in a dry, warm room. Hibiscus is planted at the end of winter, so containers can be placed next to heating radiators.
Hibiscus seedlings care
At first, crops need abundant and regular watering, since the air near the batteries constantly dries up. In order for the soil in the planting boxes to retain the necessary moisture for a long time, they are placed in bags. When young shoots appear, the containers are immediately removed from them and transferred to a bright place. As soon as the sprouts grow up a little, they are planted in separate low flowerpots. Over time, the plant must be transplanted into other more spacious pots in order to enable the root system to fully develop, which will only increase in volume. After each transplant, the shrub needs to be constantly watered. As with many ornamental home flowers, the first buds of a transplanted hibiscus should be trimmed to allow the plant to grow stronger and rejuvenate.
Seed growing hibiscus is the easiest way to breed this flower. Adaptation of new shoots is much faster and more reliable.
It is not true that hibiscus is difficult to grow from a scion. In the water, they take root, as they say, with half a kick.
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